Understanding Why It’s Wrong to Wash Rice Before Cooking It
September 11, 2024 by admin
Properly preparing rice is essential to a delicious and well-cooked dish. Follow these steps to achieve this:
Ingredients:
Rice
Water
Salt (optional)
Steps:
Measure and rinse the rice:
For every cup of rice, use 1.5 to 2 cups of water. This may vary depending on the type of rice.
Place the rice in a fine mesh strainer and rinse it under cold water to remove excess starch. This helps the rice stay loose and not stick together.
Drain the rice:
Make sure the rice is well drained after rinsing. Let it drain completely to prevent the extra water from changing the liquid ratio in the cooking.
Proportions and pots:
Use a saucepan with a lid that has enough space for the rice and water. The water ratio will vary depending on the type of rice, so follow the instructions on the package.
Cook the rice:
Add the rice and water to the saucepan. If desired, you can add a pinch of salt for flavor.
Bring the water to a boil over high heat.
Reduce the heat to simmer:
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